School Based Behavioral Health Specialist- Fairfield County

OhioGuidestone•Lancaster, OH

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Specialist works under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor/Manager and provides case management services to children and families with mental health and substance use diagnoses. Services may be provided through telehealth, outpatient offices, and/or community-based settings. This position is based at Walnut Township elementary school in Millersport, Ohio. The role supports clients and families through care coordination, resource linkage, advocacy, crisis consultation, appointment facilitation, and participation in individualized treatment planning. Therapeutic Behavioral Service activities may include consultation with a licensed practitioner or eligible provider; referral and linkage to healthcare, behavioral healthcare, and non-healthcare services; evidence-based interventions; identifying strategies and treatment options; restoring social skills and daily functioning; and crisis prevention and amelioration.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of relevant experience and demonstrated competencies in basic behavioral health skills.
Understanding of human behavior, mental illness, psychiatric symptoms, and their effects on functioning and behavior.
Understanding of therapeutic engagement with people experiencing mental illness and of recovery and resiliency concepts.
Understanding of the mental health system and de-escalation techniques.
Understanding of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emotional and mental dysfunctions.
Understanding of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their histories and origins.
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to speak effectively with individuals and groups.
Ability to exercise discretion and sound professional judgment regularly.
Flexibility to work days, evenings, and/or weekends as needed to meet client needs.
Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities, attend to detail, and work independently.
Ability to maintain relevant and timely documentation.
Computer literacy, including Windows applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic health records.
Ability to access work locations, offices, and homes as necessary, including ascending and descending stairs.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License, safe driving record, and valid insurance.
Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, including drug testing, background checks, and any other required assessments such as a physical examination and TB test.

Nice To Haves

Relevant experience or course of study in behavioral healthcare is helpful.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate OhioGuidestone’s values and guiding principles, maintaining high standards of excellence, integrity, and ethics.
Monitor client symptoms and responses to treatment, and communicate changes to the treatment team to support timely interventions.
Develop and maintain supportive service relationships with clients, families, and caregivers.
Coordinate community resources, including schools, referral sources, and outpatient behavioral health providers, to maintain continuity of care; advocate for clients as needed.
Provide crisis intervention consultation and assist with crisis management and stabilization during emergencies as needed.
Facilitate appointments that support clients’ overall physical well-being, including basic, mental health, and substance use needs.
Review diagnostic evaluations and other assessments to support ongoing development and implementation of clients’ individualized treatment plans.
Attend and participate in agency, team, and clinical meetings, mandatory trainings, and treatment coordination activities.
Complete administrative responsibilities, maintain client information and records, respond promptly to emails and calls, participate in trainings and meetings, and coordinate required paperwork and compliance with agencies, departments, vendors, and county or support services.
Document and maintain the confidentiality of client and family interactions, including legal, financial, and clinical documentation, accurately and promptly in accordance with agency guidelines.
Meet with the supervisor for weekly supervision.
Maintain frequent ongoing contact with assigned OhioGuidestone professionals, parents, and outside agency professionals involved in cases.
Demonstrate positivity, flexibility, and willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.
Demonstrate positive leadership and promote a team-based work environment and culture of belonging.
Represent the agency positively in internal and external interactions.
Consult with licensed practitioners or eligible providers to support individual needs, service planning, care coordination, and treatment-plan development.
Refer and link clients to healthcare, behavioral healthcare, and non-healthcare services to help avoid more restrictive treatment levels.
Use evidence-based techniques, identify strategies and treatment options, support restoration of social skills and daily functioning, and provide crisis prevention and amelioration.

Benefits

Opportunity to earn monthly bonuses for select clinical, therapist, and BHS roles.
Competitive medical benefits, including a low-premium medical plan option for an employee or employee plus children.
Free CEU trainings.
10 paid holidays, some exchangeable.
Flexible work schedules to support work/life balance.
Flexible work opportunities to support varying career paths, job roles, intern-to-hire opportunities, and locations.
401(k) with employer match option.
Employment Assistance Program (EAP).
Mileage reimbursement.
Free licensure supervision.
Recognition and rewards.
Clear career ladder for development in various roles.